In commemoration of Chandler Fest and the showing of The Sandlot movie, we've added a tee design to our T-shirt shop with a quote from the movie: "You're Killing Me Smalls." Be sure to order yours in time for the event; anyone wearing their "You're Killing Me Smalls" tee can receive a free popcorn at Chandler Fest!

4 A Better Chandler has been busy planning our upcoming events, which continue through October. Mark your calendars now for family-friendly fun!

Back to School Splash Bash﻿

Saturday, Aug. 8, 10 am - noon, at Chandler Elementary SchoolThere's no need for drudgery about heading back to school when it means you can enjoy an end-of-summer celebration. Help us put the cool back in school by enjoying a variety of water games and a fun surprise by the Chandler Fire Department; food and drinks will be provided. Stop by our booth at the Chandler National Night Out event on Aug. 4 at the Chandler Community Center to get a jump start on the fun with free bubbles (while supplies last).

UMWA Local 1397 FREE Outdoor Community Movie

Saturday, Sept. 12, 5 pm, at the empty lot behind Chandler United Methodist Church (127 S. State Street)Come early to enjoy a festival atmosphere with music, face painting, hula hooping, fun contests, snack vendors, and more. At sunset, join us for the original Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory. All activities will be held outdoors. Bring your own chairs/blankets. No alcohol permitted.

Chandler Fire Department will be bringing a truck, and St. Mary's EMS will have an ambulance on-site for kids to check out. There will also be a K-9 demonstration. Every kid in attendance will get the chance to win in the Golden Ticket Contest.

Music in the Park

Sunday, Oct. 18, 2 pm, at Chandler Town Park (northwest corner of North 4th Street and East Monroe Avenue)Enjoy the soothing sounds of The Honey Vines and come listen to the Blues with Ryan J Rigdon during a free concert in the park. Drinks will be available for purchase. Bring your own chairs/blankets. In case of rain, the event will be moved to the Chandler Community Center (405 Community Center Drive).